PROGRAMS & INITIATIVES

Central Ranges LLEN aims to help local young people connect with relevant and high-quality education, training and employment opportunities. We do that by working closely with service providers, schools, government authorities and agencies.

2025 SCHOOL-TO-WORK PROGRAMS

Build career and ambition early

  • Ready Steady Careers is a program for year 7 and Year 8 that helps build work readiness and explore career aspiration.

    The program incorporates 4 modules that can be tailored to the needs of the student, teachers and schools. Modules have been designed to integrate into the school curriculum and timelines can be discussed on an individual basis.

    The 4 modules include:

    • Self-Reflection

    • Career Networking

    • Guest Speakers

    • Excursions/ Uni / TAFE

    The program will support students and their families to be more engaged with education, re-ignite their passion for learning and expose them to future possibilities and pathways they may have never considered.

  • Find their Feet is a personalised journey into the future world of work for years 8-9 students, and their families, to meet with a range of industry representatives.

    findtheirfeet.org

Explore options with Industry

  • Careers Quick Meet is a unique event that provides students with the opportunity to learn about different jobs, industries and careers.

  • VIC VICE is a cutting-edge virtual reality platform that provides students with a fully-immersive, interactive, and multi-sensory experience of various workplaces and industries.

    vicvice.com.au

  • Available to all year levels 7-12.

    Inspiring talks delivered by relatable people from different industries.

    Students have the opportunity to listen, engage and discuss pathways and employment options.

  • Tours and workshops provide opportunities for staff and students to meet with business representatives in their workplace and explore the many training and employment options.

The World of Work

  • Work Placements encompassing Structured Workplace Learning, Work-experience and School based Apprenticeships and Traineeships. You can find these opportunities on our School to Work portal at: workplacements.education.vic.gov.au

  • A short, introductory program designed to give students hands on practical experience of a specific industry or profession. Tailored for students exploring different career paths or looking to gain practical insight.

  • Local Jobs is a free platform connecting jobseekers to local opportunities. Job seekers can search and apply for local jobs or use the AirCV tool to create a CV that will alert employers when they are a good fit for a job. mylocal.jobs

  • Available for students in years 9-11 this is a weeklong immersion in specific industries. This can be delivered as a Structured Workplace Placement in a group or Work experience.

Prepare for the Future

  • Students complete a job application letter and CV, then participate in a simulated job interview with an industry volunteer. The students receive feedback from their interviewers to assist them in their preparation for the ‘real thing’.

  • A microcredential course combining

    First Aid, White Card (for construction work), and Food Handling providing students with valuable, industry-recognised skills.

  • A guided talk to financial savvy and work preparedness covering a range of topics from how to apply for a Tax File Number, open a Bank Account, read a pay slip, along with FairWork website navigation, budgeting and the truth about credit cards.

  • Project Ready is a one-year work readiness program incorporating VET Certificate II in Active Volunteering. The program is compatible with Vocational Major and prepares students for the transition from secondary school to the workforce. projectready.vic.edu.au